Question

All of the following would be considered symptoms (rather than signs) EXCEPT:
A. cough
B. sensitivity to light
C. hot flashes
D. acidosis

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Acidosis

Explanation:

A symptom is a version of the manifestation of a sickness given by the patient. It can vary from patient to patient and is subjective. The signs come from the examination of the patient and are objective and measurable throughout a system of units ( C, mm Hg, other). Acidosis is a sign because it requires laboratory tests.